QB Bailey Zappe Signs Futures Deal with Jets

Quarterback Bailey Zappe is signing a futures contract with the New York Jets, securing a spot on their 90-man offseason roster for 2026. Zappe, 26, spent the 2025 season on the Browns' practice squad and previously started nine games for the Patriots (2022-23) and one for Cleveland (2024), accumulating 2,223 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions in his career. He is not expected to be in the mix to start for the Jets next season.